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bunkhouse

bunkhouse

4.9
Clothing or furniture that is simple and sturdy for practical use
  • adjective
  • /ˈbʌŋkˌhaʊs/
translation icon : rústico
  • He wore a bunkhouse jacket that was perfect for working outdoors in the early morning chill.

Examples

  • The cabin was decorated in a bunkhouse style, with sturdy wooden furniture and simple fabrics.

  • They preferred bunkhouse furnishings for their practicality and durability on the ranch.

  • This is a bunkhouse style jacket.

  • The bunkhouse design is practical.

  • She chose a bunkhouse dress for the camping trip, valuing its simple and robust design.

  • The living room featured bunkhouse furniture that combined comfort with rugged durability.

  • He appreciated the bunkhouse style of his new coat, as it was warm and functional for outdoor work.

How Simple

bunkhouse
4.9
plain
50 2.5
decorative
49 3.9

Surface Forms

bunkhouse positive

Etymology

The word bunkhouse used as an adjective comes from the same idea: it describes things that are like a bunkhouse, being plain, strong and practical. That is why a bunkhouse jacket or piece of furniture is 'simple' and made to last.